MIKE BAILEY

Dear Highlands Ranch Residence,

In a time of crisis, our community came together to support one another like never before. Like many of my neighbors, I enjoy and appreciate the benefits of the shared recreational facilities, beautiful parks, open space, plethora of community events and all of the other benefits in living in a master planned community. But it wasn’t until the past month that I truly understood the benefit of the unique level and forms of communication that come with living in an established and clearly defined association.

Last month, Highlands Ranch experienced a devasting tornado. Miraculously, while we did not experience any loss of life, the community was, and still is, devastated beyond our imagination. Throughout the process of learning about, reacting to, and managing this tragedy, our community revealed to me an amazing power through its connectivity and activism. Social media platforms were constantly updated with information advising residents of how they could obtain support and services to address the damage to their homes. Neighbors became friends, churches re-kindled their parishioners, civic groups united, public entities collaborated extensively. Highlands Ranch came together to help one another.

Overall, this experience has shown me the power of community. While we may not always agree or even get along with our neighbors, in a time of crisis, communities will come together to provide support and make positive changes. Associations and their various representatives need to do very little to encourage this coming together which is a natural human instinct, but they can be instrumental in channeling this positive energy in the right direction to help those in need and make the biggest impact.

As I have noted on many occasions before, there is no place like home!

My best,

Mike Bailey

EASTRIDGE LOCKER ROOM UPDATE!

Exciting updates on the progress of the locker room renovation at Eastridge. Both rooms are starting to look like locker rooms again!

• Men’s Locker Room (top image): Ceiling has been installed. Dry wall installation is nearing completion.Tile installation is currently underway.

• Women’s Locker Room (bottom image): Framework is up, plumbing and in-wall pipe insulation is nearing completion. Ceiling, dry wall and tile installation is next on the list!

We are still on time for a late August completion date and are excited to see the finished look! Once again, thank you for your patience and understanding during construction.

CONSIDER XERISCAPING!

Highlands Ranch has seen a lot of damage to landscaping due to the recent inclement weather. This is a perfect opportunity to consider rebuilding with Xeriscaping.

The HRCA is partnering with Centennial Water on a new Xeriscape (ColoradoScape) program for residents as we rebuild and renew our yards from the storm.

What is Xeriscaping? It is defined as the process of landscaping, or gardening, that reduces the need for irrigation.

Step One: Review the Highlands Ranch Residential Improvement Guidelines (for basic requirements) when building your plan. Located in the rear of the Guidelines is a list of recommended, and NOT recommended plantings, shrubs and trees. Scan the QR code for more information.

Step Two: Build your plan. Ensure there is a variety of ground covers, year round green foliage, interesting focal points, and spaced plantings.

Step Three: All Xeriscaping is required to be submitted for approval to the HRCA. There is a ‘quick click’ button located on the home page that will take you directly to our Home Improvement Forms.

There is no fee attached to Xeriscaping and the form lists the requirements needed for review to ensure you have all applicable information needed for approval. Scan the QR code for more.

Step Four: All correspondence from the HRCA will be via email. We are working hard to move the improvement plans out as soon as possible. Any approval is good for one year from the approval date.

The HRCA and Centennial Water are working together to bring you Xeriscape introductory and planning programs and workshops to work directly with staff to help you create your new yard.

A seminar will be held on August 15 to help give you information on how to start your new landscaping, and a live workshop will be held with staff from Centennial Water and the HRCA on Thursday, August 24, to work one-on-one with and guide you throught the process. Please continue to visit our website for more information.

We are here to assist Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at 303-471-8821 or improvements@hrcaonoline.org.

Cis Storm Recovery

The HRCA's Community Improvement Services (CIS) department acknowledges that numerous homeowners have pets that need to be contained within property lines after the storm. Therefore, temporary fences will be allowed until permanent structures are submitted and approved by the HRCA.

All the information needed for submittal approval is on the Home Improvement Fencing must be built according to the Residential Improvement Guidelines

1. If you live along a main arterial roadway, your fence may be the responsibility of the Highlands Ranch Metro District. Please call highlandsranvh.org/storm damage.

2. Who is responsible for replacing fences on homeowner-shared property lines? The HRCA does not survey property lines to establish the ownership of a fence. Please work with your neighbors to replace fencing as needed. Contact your insurance company directly with questions pertaining to this process.

3. The HRCA cannot mediate disputes between neighbors. If a tree fell onto your property, you must still bring your property into compliance.

4. Talk to your insurance company. Find out what your insurance covers and what they can do to take care of damages.

For your roof, deck, windows and paint, talk to your insurance company. Follow all permitting requirements by the County and submit your home inprovement to HRCAonline.org/covenants.

CURTAIN CALL AT THE MANSION - PRESENTS "OL'BLUEEYES"A NIGHTWITHFRANKSINATRA

Get ready for an unforgettable evening brought to you by the Highlands Ranch Cultural Affairs Association. Put on your dancing shoes for a night with Ol' Blue Eyes performing Frank Sinatra's greatest hits from the 30’s and 40’s big band era. This is the show for you that does not stop from the moment the band hits the stage until the crowd leaves! Cash bar available, must be 21 to purchase alcohol. ID's will be checked.

• Thursday, August 3

• 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

• $25

• Highlands Ranch Mansion9950 Gateway Dr